Global Head of Digital Certification

We exist to create positive change for people and the planet. Join us and make a difference too Job title: Global Head of Digital Certification Reports to: Global Certification & Assessment Delivery Director Location: Homebased in UK or elsewhere in Europe Travel : The role will involve some travel, both national & international. BSI exists to have a positive impact on society , one of the ways in which we do that is through Product Certification. Digital Trust Product Certification (DTPC) is a crucial aspect in today’s digital landscape for different business industry sectors. It serves as a testament to an organization’s commitment to maintaining integrity, security, and transparency in their digital product development and operations. It also instils confidence among users and stakeholders, helping organizations stand out in various vertical markets. Moreover, it’s a key activity for demonstrating compliance with global digital trust existing and upcoming regulations and directives. The Purpose Of The Role The purpose of this position is leading and overseeing the Global Digital Trust Product Certification portfolio of services, leading our team of Technical Certification Experts, who will be responsible for delivering our services to meet the needs and requirements to a diverse range of clients and sectors on a global scale. The successful applicant will be defining the DTPC strategy and working with key stakeholders policy, certification and on go-to-market plans, developing an effective roadmap for new solutions for all relevant sectors, and ultimately shaping BSI Product Certification Thought Leadership in the digital testing and certification ecosystem. The Successful Applicant Will Have expertise in DTPC regulations & directives knowledge of processes and applications of Quality Management Standards regulatory or professional services experience excellent leadership skills including a motivational approach; the ability to set clear direction, goals and priorities; highly developed communication skills; well developed decision making skills; and the ability to influence and lead change at a senior level. thorough knowledge of a range of global cybersecurity regulations and relevant standards etc for IoT, for example: ETSI EN 303 645, ETSI TS 103 701, EN 18031, IEC 62443, UL2900, eIDAS 2 and Digital Wallet. an added benefit would be specific knowledge of the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU, and delegated regulation (EU) 2022/30 Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities Profit & loss responsibility for the Digital Domain, supporting the delivery of budgeted metrics To lead the global DTPC portfolio of products addressing connectable product market access cybersecurity testing and certification services, and more. To lead Product Certification Accreditation across our digital domain, leading a team of technical experts. To provide Thought Leadership in DTPC understanding the current and future landscape, identifying key issues, challenges, and sector interactions, using it to influence policy and standards organisations and governments in the field. To support global salesforce in testing and certification sales activities where needed To provide technical and business support where needed Do you believe the world deserves excellence? As the leading global business standards company BSI helps 80,000 clients worldwide to improve their businesses. From business continuity to recycling waste, from medical devices to the exploration of space, we help businesses embed the habits of excellence so that they perform better, manage their risks more effectively and achieve sustainable growth and in doing so we touch the lives of many across the globe. Our Excellence Behaviours: Client-centric, Agile, Collaborative. These three behaviours represent how we do things at BSI. They help us ensure that BSI is a great place to work and a highly successful business. D&I Policy BSI is committed to ensuring the diversity of our workforce reflects that of our clients and the communities in which we operate. Our goal is to create a sense of belonging for all employees by providing opportunities to develop, grow, and engage with our global organization all while having fun doing great work. BSI is a community where everyone can thrive. If you require any reasonable accommodations to be made on account of a disability or impairment throughout out our recruiting process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. About Us BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives. Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments. Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs. Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society’s critical issues – from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world. BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.